Fregola with Clams

Fregola with Clams
Fregol If you have wine, littleneck clams, flat-leaf parsley, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. It is a good option if you're following a dairy free and pescatarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Cook fregola in a large pot of boiling saltedwater, stirring occasionally, until veryal dente, 6–8 minutes; drain.
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Meanwhile, heat 1/2 cup oil in a Dutchoven or other large heavy pot over medium-highheat.
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Add garlic and red pepper flakesand cook, stirring, until fragrant, about30 seconds. Carefully add wine; bring to aboil, reduce heat, and simmer until reducedby half, about 3 minutes.
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Add clams, cover, and cook, transferringclams to a bowl as they open (discard anythat do not open), 6–8 minutes.
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Add fregolato cooking liquid in pot and cook, stirring,until fregola is tender and sauce is slightlythickened (there should still be plenty ofliquid), about 2 minutes. Return clams topot and cook until warmed through.
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Divide fregola and clams among bowls,drizzle with oil, and top with parsley andlemon zest.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score16
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